fuel Seat Exeo 2008 User Guide
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Cockpit
86•
Journey duration
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Distance covered
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Average fuel consumption
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Average speed
The on-board computer can only be oper ated when the ignition is switched
on. When the ignition is switched on, the display shows the function that was
last selected.
As well as the figures from the on-boa rd computer (computer 1 or 2), the
display can also show information from the navigation system*. Press the
Reset button briefly to switch back and forward between these displays.Note
•
If you keep the Reset button pressed for longer than two seconds, it will
reset the currently displayed figure to zero (for instance average fuel
consumption).
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Faults detected by the auto-check control will be displayed even if the
display is off.
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The information in the memory is lost if the battery is disconnected.
Menu displayIntroduction
AB
Fig. 60 Windscreen wiper
lever: Menu selection
buttonFig. 61 Display: Main
menu
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Some of the functions in your vehicle can be adjusted, activated and
controlled via
menus (e.g. tyre pressure*). With the aid of the menus you can
then also select the information you wish to see displayed on the DIS display.
This is only possible when the ignition is on. The menu is enabled using the
button on the windscreen wiper lever ⇒page 86, fig. 60 .
The main menu lists the different display types (or basic commands):
Programming
Check
Menu off
Help
The main menu options have the following submenus:
Controlling the menu
The menu display is called up via the button and the
rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever. Use these
controls to make checks and adjust the settings.Functions of the ⇒fig. 62 and the rocker switch :
Enabling the menu
– Press the button until the menu display ⇒page 86,
fig. 61 appears.
Selecting and setting
– Press the rocker switch to select one of the menus. Press "up" or "down" on the switch to select the options accordingly.
Entering and confirming
– Press the button.
Programming
Clock
⇒ page 87
Computer
⇒page 87
Speed warning
⇒page 81
Radio info (on/off)Units: for measuring dis-
tance, fuel consumption and
temperature
⇒page 87
Language: you can select
one of 6 languages.
⇒page 87
Check
Service
⇒page 74
Menu off
When the menu is switched off, the display shows the
same information as on vehicles without the menu func-
tion.
Help
This function helps you select the options you require.
Reset
Reset
Fig. 62 Windscreen wiper
lever: Reset button and
rocker switch
Reset
AB
AA
ResetReset
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Cockpit
88Use the rocker switch to select the menus and adjust various values. The
selected values are highlighted on a red background.
By pressing the button, you can conf irm the option you have selected
or the value you have set. Selected functions are marked with a tick.
The following symbols are used:Tyre pressure monitoringIntroduction
The tyre pressure monitoring system constantly checks the
pressure of the tyres.The system warns the driver in the event of a loss of pressure by means of
symbols and messages in the instrument panel display. The system works
with the help of the ABS sensors in the wheels.
Please bear in mind that the tyre inflation pressure is also influenced by the
temperature of the tyre. Tyre pressure increases about 0.1 bar for each 10°C
in tyre temperature increase. The tyre heats up while the vehicle is being driven and the tyre pressure will rise accordingly. Therefore, you should only
adjust the tyre pressures when they are
cold (i.e. approximately at ambient
temperature).
To ensure that the tyre pressure monitoring system works reliably, you should
check and, if necessary, adjust the tyre pressures at regular intervals and
store the correct pressures (reference values) in the system.
A tyre pressure information label is attached to the inside of the fuel tank flap.
WARNING
•
Never adjust tyre pressure when the tyres are hot. This may damage or
even burst the tyres. Risk of accident!
•
An insufficiently inflated tyre flexes a lot more at high speeds and
causes significant heating of the ty re. Under these conditions, the tyre
bead may be released or the tyre may burst. Risk of accident!For the sake of the environment
Under-inflated tyres lead to increased fuel consumption and tyre wear.
Note
•
Responsibility for ensuring that the tyres are correctly inflated remains
with the driver; the system can only provide assistance.
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Pressure can only be adjusted when the tyres are at ambient
temperature.
Cursor
Function selected
Red background (active
function)
Tick
Selected
Box
Not selected
Triangle pointing upwards
Previous page
Triangle pointing down-
wards
Next page
Reset
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Unlocking and locking
96Central lockingDescription
The central locking system enables you to lock and unlock all
the doors, the boot lid and the tank flap together.The central locking system on your vehicle locks and unlocks all the doors
and the tank flap simultaneously. The tailgate is unlocked when the vehicle
is opened. However, the handle must be used to open it. The vehicle can be
locked and unlocked using the remote control ⇒page 102 or by turning the
key in the lock in the driver's door.
The windows can also be centrally opened or closed using the central locking
system ⇒page 107. The sun roof* can be closed but not opened using the
central locking system.
The central locking system is combined with an anti-theft security system. If
the vehicle is locked with the key from the outside, the interior opening levers
stop working, which make it difficult fo r unauthorised people to get into the
vehicle.
Should the central locking system fail to work, you can still normally enable
all the locks individually. The fuel tank flap can be released manually if neces-
sary. For manual release of the tank flap ⇒page 209.
Automatic locking function (Auto Lock)*
The Auto Lock* function locks the doors and the boot lid when the vehicle
exceeds a speed of about 15 km/h.
The vehicle is unlocked again automatically when the ignition key is
removed. Alternatively, the driver can also unlock the vehicle using the
central locking switch
or by opening one of the doors.
WARNING
Do not leave anyone (especially children) inside the car if it is locked from
the outside and the anti-theft security system is enabled, as the doors and
windows cannot then be opened from the inside. Locked doors could delay
assistance in an emergency, potentially putting lives at risk.
Note
•
Should the central locking system fail to work, you can still lock and
unlock the driver's door and the tailgate using the key. For manual release of
the tank flap ⇒page 209. Locking the doors manually if central locking fails
to work ⇒page 99.
•
The anti-theft mechanism and the anti-theft alarm* cannot be enabled if
the central locking is not working.
•
Never leave any valuable items in the vehicle unattended. Even a locked
vehicle is not a safe.
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Lights and visibility123
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VisibilityHeated rear window
The rear window heating clears the rear window of condensa-
tion.– Press button to switch the rear window heating on or off
⇒fig. 96 .The rear window heating only works when the ignition is switched on. An indi-
cator lamp in the button lights up when the rear window heater is switched
on.
The heated rear window switches off automatically after about 10 minutes if
the outside temperature is above 0°C.
Depending on the outside temperature, the exterior mirrors are heated while
the heated rear window is switched on.
For the sake of the environment
Switch of the heated rear window as soon as the rear window has demisted.
By saving electrical power you can also save fuel.Sun visors
The sun visors can improve visibility and contribute to safety.The sun visors for the driver and the front passenger can be pulled out of
their mountings in the centre of th e vehicle and turned towards the doors
⇒ fig. 97 .
The make-up mirrors in the sun visors have covers. On opening the cover ,
the mirror light* located in the headli ner is automatically switched on. The
light switches itself off when the cover is closed and when the sun visor is
pushed back up.
Fig. 96 Switch for heated
rear window
Fig. 97 Sun visor
A1
A2
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Please note that the armrest can restrict the driver's movements when it is
lowered. The armrest should therefore be raised when driving in city traffic.
Luggage compartmentLoading the luggage compartment
Loads in the luggage compartment should be safely secured.To maintain safe handling on the road, please observe the following
points:
– Distribute the load evenly.
– Position heavy items as far forward as possible ⇒
fig. 114.– Secure the load with the stretch net* or with non-elastic straps
secured to the fastening rings ⇒page 140.
WARNING
•
Unsecured objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly shift and
cause changes in the ha ndling of the vehicle.
•
In an accident or a sudden manoeuvre, loose objects in the passenger
compartment can be flung forward and might injure vehicle occupants.
•
Always keep all objects in the luggage compartment and use appro-
priate grips to secure them, particularly in the case of heavy objects.
•
When you transport heavy objects, always bear in mind that a change
of the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.
•
Please refer to the notes in ⇒page 7.Note
The tyre pressure must be adjusted according to the load. Consult the label
containing the pressure values inside the fuel tank flap where required
⇒ page 208, fig. 160 .
Fig. 114 Position heavy
items as far forward as
possible.
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only be loaded to the maximum weight
permitted indicated in the assembly
instructions.
WARNING
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Loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. Failure to do so
could result in an accident.
•
Do not exceed the maximum roof load for the vehicle, the maximum
axle loads or the maximum gross vehi cle weight. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.
•
When transporting heavy or bulky lo ads on the roof, bear in mind that
the car's handling is affected by the extra weight on the roof and a possible
susceptibility to cross winds. Adjust your speed and driving style accord-
ingly to avoid accidents.For the sake of the environment
Roof carriers are often left attached for convenience, even when they are not
being used. However, the increased air resistance means that the vehicle
uses more fuel. For this reason you should always take off the roof carrier
when it is not in use.
Drink holdersFront drink holders
– To open the drink holder, press the symbol
on the drink holder
lid ⇒fig. 123
– To close the drink holder, press it in until it engages.
WARNING
•
Do not put any hot drinks in the drink holder while the vehicle is
moving. You can be scalded if the hot liquid is spilt.
•
Do not use hard china cups or glasses. These could cause injury in the
event of an accident.
Fig. 123 Detailed view of
instrument panel: Drink
holders
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
156Defrosting
The windscreen and side windows are defrosted or demisted
as quickly as possible.– To enable this mode, press the ⇒page 154, fig. 133 button.
– To disable, press the button again or select the button.The temperature is regulated automatically. The air output is increased to
maximum and most of the air comes out of outlets 1 and 2 ⇒page 159.
The air recirculation and ECON modes ar e switched off when the button is
pressed.Air recirculation: manual enabling
The air recirculation setting prevents fumes etc. from entering
the interior.Enabling air recirculation mode
– Press the ⇒page 154, fig. 133 ⇒ button.
Disabling air recirculation mode
– Press the button again or
– Press the button or
– Press the button.In this setting, the air in the vehicle is constantly recirculated. We recommend
using the air recirculation mode in the following circumstances:
•
When driving through a tunnel or in queues of traffic, to prevent fumes
entering the interior of the vehicle.
WARNING
Do not drive for too long with the ai r recirculation mode enabled because,
if the compressor is disconnected, the windscreen may mist up because no
fresh air is entering the interior of the vehicle, with the subsequent risk of
accidents.ECON Mode (economy)
ECON mode helps save fuel.– To enable, press the button ⇒page 154, fig. 133 .
– To disable, press the button again or select the button.Air cooling is disconnected in ECON mode. The heating and the blower are
adjusted automatically. “ECON” stan ds for “Economy”. Disconnecting air
cooling (compressor) saves on fuel.
Please note that the interior temperature must not be lower than the outside
temperature in ECON mode. The blower does not cool or dehumidify the air in
the interior. The windows could therefore mist up.
On diesel vehicles, the supplementary heater is switched off in ECON mode
to save fuel.
Note
If the diode on the ECON button contin ues to light up when the ECON mode
has been switched off (i.e. the climate control has been switched on) this is
AUTO
AUTO
ECONECONECON
AUTO
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Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning
160Each of the three buttons has a specific function. The numbers relate to the
air outlets ⇒ page 159, fig. 135.
Air directed to windows
This setting directs all the air to outlets 1 and 2. Unlike in setting , the
volume of air delivery remains the same.
Air to the driver/front passenger
All the air comes from outlets 3 and 4 in the dash panel and from the rear of
the centre console.
Air to the footwells
Most of the air emerges from outlets 5 and the outlets under the front seats.
Some of the air will also be issued from outlets 3 and 4.
Note
In all of the above air distribution settings, a small amount of air will still
come from the other outlets.Economical use of the climate control
Economical use of the climate control will help save fuel.Engine power is reduced and fuel consumption increases when the
climate control is in cooling mode. To ensure that the system is only
switched on when it is really necessary, please note the following
points:
– Select ECON mode if you wish to save fuel.
– Select ECON mode if you decide to open the windows or sun roof* while driving. – If the vehicle has heated up after standing in the sun, open the
windows and doors for a short time to cool the vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
By saving fuel you also reduce the am ount of pollutants emitted from your
vehicle.Key settings
When the ignition is switched on, the climate control settings
assigned to the key are selected automatically.The climate control settings selected are automatically stored and assigned
to the key in use. When the vehicle is started, the climate control automati-
cally selects the settings assigned to the key. Hence, every driver automati-
cally obtains his/her preferred settings without having to select them manu-
ally.
Note
Should another driver use the key and enter other settings, the previous
settings will be deleted.
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Solar-powered blower/solar roof*
If the vehicle is parked in su fficiently strong sunlight, the
blower will operate in solar-powered mode when the ignition
is switched off.After the ignition is switched off, the blower is supplied with electrical power
from the solar roof. Please ensure that outlets 3 and 4 are open ⇒page 159,
fig. 135 to ensure the best possible ventilation.
The blower only works when the sun roof is closed or tilted open at the rear.
If the air recirculation mode is on when you switch off the engine, the climate
control will automatically switch to fresh air ventilation.Supplementary heating*Diesel vehicles are fitted with supplementary heating
2) to raise the tempera-
ture of the interior as quickly as possible. At outdoor temperatures below
+5°C and with the engine running, the supplementary heating will switch on
and off automatically depending on the temperature of the coolant.
In order to save fuel, the supplementary heating can be can be switched off
by briefly pressing the button on the climate control.
Seat heating*
The surface and backrest of the front seats can be electrically
heated.Turn thumbwheel or ⇒fig. 136 to switch on and adjust the
heating on the left or right front seats.The heating is switched off when the thumbwheel is set to 0. The temperature
settings range from 1 to 6.
Caution
To avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat heating, please do not
kneel on the seat or apply sharp pressure to a single point.
2)For Nordic countries only.
Fig. 136 Detailed view of
instrument panel: Thum-
bwheel controls for seat
heating
A1
A2
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